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Audubon the Naturalist: A History of His Life and Time. Vol. 2 (of 2) by Herrick, Francis Hobart

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Artistic License vs. Scientific Accuracy

"Does the pursuit of artistic beauty justify sacrificing scientific accuracy in natural history illustration?"

Portrait of John James Audubon
John James Audubon
Portrait of William MacGillivray
William MacGillivray
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Balancing Family and Ambition

"Is it justifiable to prioritize personal ambition and legacy over the well-being and stability of one's family?"

Portrait of Lucy Bakewell Audubon
Lucy Bakewell Audubon
Portrait of John James Audubon
John James Audubon
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The Ethics of Specimen Collection

"Is it morally justifiable to kill animals for the sake of scientific study and artistic representation, even if it contributes to their understanding and conservation?"

Portrait of John James Audubon
John James Audubon
Portrait of Edward Harris
Edward Harris
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Collaboration vs. Recognition

"How should credit and recognition be distributed in collaborative projects, especially when one individual takes on a leadership role?"

Portrait of William MacGillivray
William MacGillivray
Portrait of John James Audubon
John James Audubon
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